Aluminum storm window corner key

Handy Person from Kansas City
Jul 28, 2024 8:12 pm

The attached photo shows a corner key that I drilled out of one of our storm windows. I procured some replacements from a local business, but the dimples are located in different positions, so it requires dimpling the frame in different positions to install the new keys, so it doesn't look great. The replacements also have slightly smaller dimensions and slip around in the channels a bit more than the originals. If I could find a corner key that's closer to the original, it might make for a better result. I also need the equivalent version of the top keys with the tabs that run in the frame channels, but don't have a sample to photograph. There are no descriptions, brands or part numbers on the original corner keys. Our house was built in 1965, if that helps with vintage.

Also, do you know of any company that manufactures a current version of these older aluminum storms that could replace them entirely? The original windows in the house are quite good and don't need to be replaced, but a more updated storm with insulated glass would be beneficial.

Thank you.

Eben

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Jasmine
Jasmine from SWISCO
Jul 30, 2024 1:21 pm
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EXPERT

Hi Eben,

Your storm window corner appears to be similar in design to our 95-016 Stamped Storm Window Corner or our 95-233 3/16" x 1/8" Corner. Take a look over their dimensions to determine if either of these could be a fit.

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I'm sorry to say that I would not be able to provide a recommendation for where you can obtain a replacement storm window. With the advent of vinyl windows, more and more storm window and door hardware replacements are becoming increasingly harder to find. Our sincerest apologies that we cannot be of more help with this part of your repairs.

Handy Person from Kansas City
Aug 2, 2024 12:41 am
Thank you, Jasmine. I appreciate the suggestions and I'll take those dimensions and determine which may be the best alternative.

Eben
Jasmine
Jasmine from SWISCO
Aug 2, 2024 9:18 am
SWISCO
EXPERT

Hi Eben,

Okay, great! I'm happy to help. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any other hardware repair questions you might have.

Have a great day!

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